245 | Bridging the Gap: Housing First to Housing Choice Voucher
Tracks
Workshop
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 |
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM |
Room 202 |
Session Overview
Salem Housing Authority initiated the Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP) in 2017. This was the first, and largest, housing first initiative in our region. Upon the successful completion the of HRAP program, graduates receive a Housing Choice Voucher (Sec 8). We have served over 300 households since 2017.
Description
Salem Housing Authority initiated the Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP) in 2017. This was the first, and largest, housing first initiative in our region. Upon the successful completion the of HRAP program, graduates receive a Housing Choice Voucher (Sec 8). We have served over 300 households since 2017.
Sara Quick
Special Programs Manager
Salem Housing Authority
Presenter
Social justice and housing advocate with nearly two decades of experience in grassroots nonprofit street outreach and government sector. Pacific Northwest feminist, wife, and mom. Knitting, reading, and copious amounts of coffee fuel my days looking for the perfect philodendron and advocating that housing is a human right.
Betty Jordan
Outreach Navigator
Salem Housing Authority
Presenter
Background in Social Services working with Oregon Department of Human Services. My primary experiences are working with low income/ high risk families. Trained in Motivation through Addiction. This led to my passion of working with one of our most vulnerable populations, which is our unsheltered.
Bianca Mendoza
Outreach Navigator
Salem Housing Authority
Presenter
An Outreach Navigator, with a passion for helping the unhoused. I have worked with a wide range of clients over the past 7 years, and I value all the experiences. I strive to be a positive change in my community. My other passions are strong coffee and cat cuddles.